Ingredients:

  • 16 oz frozen sweet peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed small
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Place frozen peas in a colander and rinse under cold running water for 60 seconds to flash-thaw. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Fry bacon in a skillet until mahogany-colored and crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble into small bits.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar has fully dissolved and the mixture is velvety.
  4. Combine the thawed peas, diced red onion, and cubed cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and fold gently with a spatula to avoid bruising the peas.
  6. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and toasted almonds just before serving to maintain crispness.
  7. Chill for 30 minutes before serving for maximum flavor infusion.